Taking Care of Yourself on Social Media

About 41% ​of heavy social media users (3 hours daily or more) ​say their mental health is poor, ​compared to 23% of lower users.

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 Here are some tips for taking care of ourselves online:

  • Not everything needs to be posted​

  • You don’t have to reply right away​

  • Take a break if social media feels overwhelming​

  • Set boundaries—it's okay to say no or ignore messages​

  • Keep private conversations private​

Online choices can impact how you feel about yourself and others.

Research shows having a balance of strong in-person relationships along with online ones are linked to better mental health and well-being for teens.​